Joint interview
Performing with impact in a changing world
In a rapidly changing world, Air Liquide’s business model is demonstrating its strength and resilience in response to the challenges of multiple transitions. At the cutting edge of technological innovation notably in the fields of energy transition and electronics, the Group stands out with its ability to collaborate with strategic partners. Benoît Potier, Chairman of the Board of Directors, and François Jackow, Chief Executive Officer of Air Liquide, share their perspectives.
How does the changing global environment influence Air Liquide’s strategic vision?
Benoît Potier: Geopolitical and economic fragmentation is redefining the global balance of power. We are witnessing a global clusterization, with the world operating increasingly through communities of interest and alliances. At the same time, major transformations (demographic, climate, digital and societal) are also having an effect. In response to these challenges, Air Liquide is strategically positioned to provide relevant solutions and support its customers in these major transitions. Our global presence and our long-standing ties with key industrial basins are part of our structural advantages that enable us to serve a wide range of sectors. Drawing on our mastery of essential molecules and our ability to innovate, we continuously develop new solutions to meet emerging needs. We integrate the very best technologies into our products to benefit our customers and patients. We have always aimed to play a pioneering role by embracing emerging trends in response to global transformations, all with a market-driven approach. This is still the case, now more than ever! We are visionaries, taking immediate and tangible action to contribute to the world’s transformations.